💖 For the gals, pals, and Als

💘 Cupid’s corner

🖤 Alexa, play “Love Stinks”

• Purple Posh Estate Sale | Friday, Feb. 9-Sunday, Feb. 11 | 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | 1025 River Hills Circ., Chattanooga | Free+ | Sort through three generations of belongings from a home owned by “The Purple Lady” Sonia Young.
• “Seven Guitars” | Friday, Feb. 9-Sunday, Feb. 11 | Times vary | Chattanooga Theatre Centre, 400 River St., Chattanooga | $22-$27 | See the August Wilson play that is described as a “bawdy comedy, part dark elegy, and part mystery” — for mature audiences.
• Candlelight: A Tribute to Queen and More | Friday, Feb. 9 | 8:45-10:45 p.m. | First Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 1505 N. Moore Rd., Chattanooga | $41.50-$70 | Enjoy the music of Queen during a live, multi-sensory experience under the glow of candlelight.

• Origami 101: Valentine’s Day Gifts | Saturday, Feb. 10 | 12:30-2:30 p.m. | The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Ave., Chattanooga | $25 | Learn how to make paper gifts like puzzle cards, gift boxes + paper flower bouquets that will never wilt — an ASL interpreter will be present.
• Curator’s Talk: TK Smith | Saturday, Feb. 10 | 5-6:30 p.m. | Stove Works, 1250 E. 13th St., Chattanooga | Free | Hear from this guest curator to learn about “Hand to Mouth,” a group exhibition that explores movement and performative gestures.

• Sunday Studios | Sunday, Feb. 11 | 2-4 p.m. | Hunter Museum of American Art, 10 Bluff View, Chattanooga | Free | Join The Chattanooga Public Library for art-inspired programs — admission is free with your library card.

• Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp recently announced the county will rescind its request to rezone parcels of land at McDonald Farm to evaluate alternative options. The decision came after officials conducted “thorough analysis and valuable input from Sale Creek residents.” (Chattanoogan.com)

• The Salvation Army of Chattanooga will host its annual Super Bowl Watch Party for unhoused neighbors at its Recreate Cafe located at 800 McCallie Ave. Doors will open at 6 p.m. + close at the end of the game. Note: Food will be provided to attendees. (Chattanoogan.com)

• Chattanooga Preparatory School is expanding its campus with a new building on the corner of Union + Orchard Knob Avenues. The new facility will house a cafeteria and additional classroom space.

• Applications are open for the Performing Arts League’s 2024 performing arts scholarships and grants. Read more about eligibility and requirements + submit your applications by Friday, March 1.

• In celebration of the music + poetry of the Harlem Renaissance, the UTC Fine Arts Center will host the Core Ensemble for a performance on Friday, Feb. 16 at 7:30 p.m. Get your tickets to see “Of Ebony Embers: Vignettes of the Harlem Renaissance” online or by calling 423-425-1423.

• Ironman Chattanooga was ranked in both the 2023 Global Ironman Athletes’ Choice Awards + the 2023 North America Athletes’ Choice Awards. Notably, Chattanooga secured spots in the top five rankings across four out of the five categories.

• Anyone up for a cold plunge? Folks are invited to attend the Polar Bear Plunge on Saturday, Feb. 24 at 10:30 a.m. at the Chickamauga Dam day use area. Bonus: Complimentary coffee will be given to keep you warm afterward. RSVP by texting 423-718-1838.

• Planning to watch the Super Bowl this Sunday? Stream it with a Paramount+ with Showtime subscription — get 30 days free with code GOAT.*

• We’re excited to share that 6AM City, our parent company, closed its Series A funding round led by the media company, TEGNA. This partnership means continuing to deliver the same hyper-local news and events while expanding our reach to new readers and communities. Learn more.

• Election Commission | 700 River Terminal Rd.
• Chris L. Ramsey Sr. Community Center | 1010 N. Moore Rd.
• Hixson Community Center | 5401 School Dr., Hixson
• Hwy 58 Volunteer Fire Training Center | 9108 Snow Hill Rd., Ooltewah
• Soddy-Daisy Community Center | 190 Depot St., Soddy-Daisy
• Chestnut Hall at The Commons | 4750 Swinyar Dr., Collegedale